deflated

Example Sentences

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Three tries apiece had the contest finely balanced at half-time, but a repeat of last year's finale in Parma saw the Azzurre pull away from their deflated hosts.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

A 2-1 defeat at City had deflated the club’s chances of lifting the trophy to 73% from close to 90%, according to Opta projections.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Those who took that as a hopeful sign now say their hopes are deflated.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

CPI gives more weight to smartphone prices, which have deflated over the past year.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

I feel deflated, as though the air is slowly leaking out of me.

From "A Mango-Shaped Space" by Wendy Mass